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SYD → HTI
Which side of the plane to sit from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney) to Hamilton Island Airport (Hamilton Island)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a continuous panorama of the Australian coastline, including the iconic Sydney Harbour on departure and the stunning Whitsunday island chain on arrival.
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Sydney Harbour
Unbeatable views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge on most northerly departure paths.
Cape Byron
Look down at the famous lighthouse marking the easternmost point of the Australian mainland near Byron Bay.
Gold Coast Skyline
The spectacular sight of Q1 and other skyscrapers standing directly against the breaking surf of Surfers Paradise.
Fraser Island (K'gari)
The world's largest sand island, recognizable by its vast dunes and unique perched freshwater lakes.
Whitsunday Passage
A breathtaking final approach over vibrant turquoise waters, coral fringes, and the lush green Whitsunday Islands.
This is the essential side for this route. Aim for a morning flight to have the sun behind the plane, which makes the ocean colors and coral reefs pop with maximum clarity. Have your camera ready for the last 15 minutes of the flight as the plane descends over the Whitsunday Passage.
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Blue Mountains
Distant but clear views of the rugged sandstone plateaus and hazy blue horizons to the west shortly after takeoff.
Brisbane CBD
A great perspective of the winding Brisbane River and the dense cluster of skyscrapers in the Queensland capital.
Glass House Mountains
Thirteen dramatic volcanic peaks that rise abruptly from the flat coastal plain north of Brisbane.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Great Dividing Range. It is also the better side for viewing the intricate layout of Brisbane's inland waterways and suburbs.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 1,527 km (949 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Arrival: HTI (-20.3581008911, 148.95199585)
Route Type: Domestic
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